What style of shutter should I choose?

Full Height

Full height are the most common type of shutter, they cover the entire length of the window and give it a breathtaking look.

Café

Café shutters sit on the lower half of your window and don’t cover the entire height. These are perfect for letting in light while retaining privacy.

Tier-On-Tier

Tier-on-tier shutters offer more versatility, with two sections that can be opened and closed separately from each other.

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What is a midrail?

A midrail is a horizontal piece running across the shutter. On smaller blinds this is purely decorative, but on shutters over 130 centimetres tall a midrail is needed to keep the shutter strong.

You need one midrail for every 130 centimetres in height. But you can choose to add as many as you wish, even if your window is under 130 centimetres.

Bear in mind that though these midrails look gorgeous, they do prevent a little light coming in. So consider this when making your decision.

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What do i measure my midrail height?

Your midrail does not need to be in the exact centre of your shutter, you can choose where to place it. To make sure that your midrail(s) fits as you want it to, measure from where you want the centre of the midrail(s) to be - down to your window sill. This will ensure that your midrail(s) is perfectly placed.

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How many door panels should I have?

The number of doors you should have largely depends on your window size as well as your preference. Small windows require only one or two doors, whereas larger windows may look better with three or more.

Consider whether you want your shutters to fold out with a big reveal, or whether you want them to tuck back neatly.

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How do I choose a louvre size?

Your louvre size depends on two things, the amount of light you want to let in and the style you are aiming for.

Smaller louvres have a very classic, rustic look. But let in a little less light, due to the number of louvres.

Bigger louvres offer a modern, bright and bold alternative. With fewer louvres needed, they have a distinctive look that complements contemporary styles.

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What is a tiltrod?

The tilt rod is the part of the shutter that allows you to open and close the louvres and control the flow of light. There are two types of tilt rod - visible and hidden. Visible tiltrods can be used to open and close your shutter, hidden tiltrods require you to grip the louvres to open and close them.

The two types of tiltrod function in much the same way and the choice is largely cosmetic. Visible tiltrods are more common in rustic, traditional decors, while hidden tiltrods tend to be used with modern, contemporary designs.

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Recess Type

Shutters can either sit inside the recess - allowing you space on your windowsill - or outside of it, against the wall. Both styles offer a unique look, all you need to do is choose the one you prefer.

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What is a T-Post?

A T-Post is a small connector shaped like a capital letter T. You may have to use a T-Post when connecting multiple shutters together, like with Tier-on-Tier shutters. In this instance T-Posts can be used to create a horizontal divider between the shutters.

You will only need a T-Post if you are connecting multiple shutters together, for example in a bay window, or using Tier-on-Tier shutters. If you are installing a single shutter, then a T-Post won’t be necessary.

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Which frame should I choose?

The type of frame you choose is a largely cosmetic choice. Consider how you wish for your shutter to look when making your decision, but also think about how much light your want to let into your room. A larger frame will block out a little more light.

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What frame type should I choose?

There are two types of frames you can choose from - L frames and Z frames. These are both named after how their ends look, so you can easily tell them apart.

For most shutters you will likely want to choose L frames, these can be used either inside or outside your window recess. However, if you want a shutter that fits inside the recess with a lip around the edge of the window, then Z frames are perfect for you.

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What hinge should I choose?

If you are looking for a subtle finish, then choose a hinge colour that matches your shutter. However, if you want to be a bit bolder you can use a contrasting colour as an accent colour.

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What is a T-Post

T-posts are a recommended support for Tier on Tier shutters. It is a horizontal bar which the top tier sits on, ensuring that the shutter does not sag. As this is a recommended part of the shutter, any Tier on Tier shutters that are purchased without a T-post will not be covered by our guarantee.

Details

Perfect for an ultra-modern design, as a vibrant focal point, or just for brightening your room. This Premium Pure White Shutter is versatile and effective. With a variety of options available, you can customise the shutter to your choosing.

Whichever details you choose, one thing remains the same - the highest possible build quality. All of our orders are despatched from our warehouse after being tested against a rigorous quality control test, so enter your window measurements and order safe in the knowledge that you will receive only the finest quality products from Blinds Direct.

Made from the finest quality solid bass wood - much stronger than MDF or other softwood shutters which are available.

Manufactured and finished to the very highest standards.

Represent unbeatable value.

Adds value and a long term investment to any home.

How to measure shutters

Ensure your new shutters are the perfect size for your window with our simple measuring guide. With just a minute or two of your time and a tape measure, you can find out the perfect sized shutter for your window. To make sure you get everything perfect, we have put together this video guide to help you get your measurements just right. It’s simple, easy, and will make your new shutters look flawless.

Notes

These shutters are custom made to your specifications. It is very important that you check each of the options available to ensure that they meet your requirements.

Please read our measuring guide carefully to ensure that all your sizes are correct(all sizes are in centimetres). You will be prompted with a list of all the sizes and options prior to adding the product to your shopping cart. We may also contact you to request further information before manufacturing starts to ensure we have the exact details for you shutters.

Features/Options

You can specify various options for your shutters. These options are shown below.

For orders under £149.00 we only charge £7.95 for UK Mainland delivery.

Overseas deliveries, including Isle of Wight, are calculated according to weight and destination. You would be advised to Contact Us Prior to ordering if this is the case.

Please see our Delivery Information page for further details.

Measuring/Fitting

Recess Only

For recess only measurements we deduct 6mm from your original measurement.

Measurement Video

Fitting Video

These shutters are custom made to your specifications. It is very important that you check each of the options available to ensure that they meet your requirements.

Please read our measuring guide carefully to ensure that all your sizes are correct(all sizes are in centimetres). You will be prompted with a list of all the sizes and options prior to adding the product to your shopping cart. We may also contact you to request further information before manufacturing starts to ensure we have the exact details for you shutters.

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